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THE Muster is calling on community support to help bolster the iconic event in 2014 and keep it viable into the future.

General manager Jeff Chandler (pictured) said early bird ticket sales had sold well and momentum for the Gympie Music Muster was building but the organisation needed community support to be able to survive in competitive times.

Competition for patronage at music festivals has never been greater with new festivals starting up all around the state.

Even large commercial festivals like the Big Day out, which has this year been cancelled, are struggling.

Mr Chandler said this year's Muster was getting back to basics.

"Charity is front and centre," Mr Chandler said.

"We are looking after our own community, looking after farmers and Australian artists.

"The Muster is about the experience more than anything else.

"We are a charity fundraiser that delivers music as the entertainment and it's a great camping experience."